Lindström India is incorporating recycled polyester from PET bottles into its workwear collection, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability.
The move to transform plastic waste into eco-friendly uniforms is in line with the company’s global science-based climate targets, thereby demonstrating its commitment to sustainability.
PET bottles are cleaned, shrunk, and purified before being combined with 35% cotton to create a fabric that combines comfort with polyester durability.
Recycled polyester textiles, produced from fibers, reduce demand for new raw materials and environmental impact compared to traditional polyester production, making them suitable for clothing and upholstery.
The Textile Exchange estimates that recycled polyester materials could reduce CO2 emissions by 30%, use 45% less energy and 20% less water, and prevent plastic bottle pollution.
Anisha Mukherjee, Head, Procurement & Sustainability Lead, Lindström India, said “The primary advantage of 65% recycled polyester/35% cotton fabric is reduced environmental impact. Recycled polyester, which comes from used plastic bottles, is incorporated into the production process to help keep plastic waste out of landfills. This reduces the need to produce virgin polyester.- a high energy-consuming and greenhouse gas emitting process.”
“… The longevity promotes a more sustainable approach to workwear and reduces overall textile waste. We already have a positive response from a prominent customer in South India,” said Jayant Roy, Managing Director, Lindström India.